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Start work early Define the question and analyse the task Construct an initial plan

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Researching the topicReading for the essay What do I need to read to be able to answer the essay question? Can I use this material to support my answer? Make notes from the readings -Dont take notes during your first reading -Always make notes with the question clearly in mind

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Decide on a possible answer to the question Decide on the information you will use to answer the question Look through your notes and choose examples to provide evidence to support Your answer Decide which points you will discuss, and in which order Write all this down in point form and this will be your essay plan